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Greetings,
We at the office of Indian Education are happy to announce that we are fully staffed with an amazing group dedicated individuals to serve our Native American Community. We would like to hear your voice in possible future discussion topics by taking a quick survey of OIE TOPICS to better reach our audience.
We would like any of our readers to join us for our September Virtual office hours to come and say hello, or drop in with suggestions or comments that you would like to share with us. If you are unable to visit these virtual hours and would like to meet, please send any of our team members an email and we would be happy speak with you.
With September being the back to school month we wish all of our students a safe and successful school year! Finish Strong Class of 2023!
- Office of Indian Education
OIE will be holding our monthly Virtual Office Hours on September 21st, from 1:30-2:00. This time is available for anyone seeking information about OIE and our responsibilities.
Join Pendleton in celebrating their 112th Annual Pendleton Round-up. Events start September 10th-17th with a kick off Concert and parade.
Festivities for this event include, breakaway roping, team roping, barrel racing, canyon night show, junior American Indian beauty contest, Tribal ceremonial dancing, and extreme bull riding. For more information on admission prices, event times, and announcements please visit : 112th Pendleton Round-up
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The Grand Ronde Education Summit was held at Spirit Mountain Casino on August 24, 2022. A state-wide collection of Oregon educators came together to support Native American heritage, language, and culture in a series of speakers and presentations. Over 210 people participated in 16 sessions with topics ranging from art to language to community and, of course, education. The Summit organizer was Cheyanne Heidt, the Curriculum Specialist for the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde (CTGR). In addition to being a presenter, she was responsible for introductions and making herself available for the questions and needs of the presenters and participants.
After Cheyanne opened the conference David Harrelson, the CTGR Cultural Resources Manager, treated the guests to a history of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde. He walked the attendees through a difficult past to the triumphs happening today, as well as future endeavors the Native Tribes and community still have to go. This was followed by the keynote speaker, high school Social Studies teacher Adam Langley. Adam gave a memorable, moving presentation of what it is like to educate and inspire Native American students, infused with personal stories and observation from his own educational journey.
This is an annual event with growing support. In 2021 the Education Summit was held virtually due to the pandemic. For those that wish to get an idea of what is offered, the videos are available on the CTGR website. It is Cheyanne’s hope to be able to offer a virtual attendance option for future events. “It was a wonderful day spent creating connections, building relationships, and sharing information. We are extremely encouraged to see the future of Native American education within the state of Oregon.”
This was a delightful opportunity for connecting with friends and making new ones. Tight bonds that form at in-person events can last for years. The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde and Spirit Mountain Casino were wonderful hosts, providing a safe and welcoming environment to enjoy the conference.
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Join the Coquille Tribe in a fun filled weekend of family events and entertainment on September 10th at 10:00 a.m.- 5 p.m. This event will have tribal canoe races, outdoor tribal vendors, traditional salmon bake meals, and live entertainment. For More information please visit: The 17th Annual Mill-Luck Salmon Celebration |
- Siletz Tribal Members & CTSI Staff: The Rec Center Rentals are available for free check-out with proof of enrollment or verification of employment. Rentals that are available include kayaks, rafts, paddleboards, lifejackets, transportation accessories and more. For more information please visit, Siletz Rec Rentals or contact TillicumFitnessCenter@ctsi.nsn.us
- Oregon Cranberry Festival: This is a long running annual event in Bandon, OR starting September 9th -11th. This event features a pageant, parade, live music plus food fair and cranberry eating contest to win prizes. For more information please visit: Oregon Cranberry Festival 2022
- Sublimity Harvest Festival: Starting September 9-11th Sublimity will be hosting their annual Harvest Festival with live entertainment, monster trucks, horse pulling, ATV and Tractor pulls, KidZones, food and more. For more information on admission prices and event details, please visit: Sublimity Harvest Festival 2022
- Shrewsbury Renaissance Faire, Kings Valley, OR: Take a step into a past time and enjoy jousting knights, minstrels and troubadours, jugglers, dancers, bards, artisans, renaissance-era food and costumes, children's games and more! For more information on this even please visit: Shrewsbury Renaissance Faire 2022
- Mount Angel Oktoberfest: Mount Angel will kick off the Oktoberfest party on September 15th-18th. This even includes arts and crafts, car shows, golf tournament, road races, street dances, wiener dog races and Oktoberfest Olympics. For more information please visit: Mount Angel Oktoberfest 2022
- Corvallis Fall Festival, Corvallis, OR: Starting September 24th-25th at 10 am- 6 pm. The Corvallis Fall festival will have over 160 artist from around the country, continuous music, food vendors, and an art discovery zone for kids. For more information please visit: Corvallis Fall Festival 2022
For more fun September activities near you, Please Visit: Oregon Fall Festivities
The Oregon State Fair will be held in Salem on August 26th - September 5th. Start planning your trip early to save money on admission and carnival ride prices!
This years concert line up:
- September 1st: TLC
- September 2nd: Scotty McCreery
- September 3rd: The Beach Boys
- September 5th: Nelly
To find out more information about attractions, carnival rides, exhibitions, food, arts and crafts, or spirited competitions please visit: Oregon State Fair 2022
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ODE Complaints and Appeals Process
Thank you for your attendance at ODE’s listening session on how to improve the ODE Complaints and Appeals Process to make it more user-friendly for our Native students, families, and the various partners and individuals who serve them! One piece of feedback from participants in the meetings was to make the information on “when” and “how” to file an official complaint with ODE very clear in our newsletter. We hope the information below helps empower your voice!
When to file a complaint with ODE –
If you have formerly filed a complaint with your school district involving any of the matters below:
- Division 22 - Division 22 standards are educational standards that either the Oregon legislature or the State Board of Education has determined are necessary. They are codified in Oregon Administrative Rules Chapter 581, Division 22.
- Discrimination - Discrimination occurs when a person is treated differently, whether intentionally or unintentionally, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, age, or disability
- Restraint and Seclusion - Restraint occurs when a person restricts a student’s movement by holding the student or applying physical pressure upon the student. Seclusion occurs when a student is involuntarily confined in a room without access to staff and is prevented from leaving the room.
- Retaliation - Retaliation occurs when a person makes a decision that adversely affects a student because the student reported evidence that the student believed to be a violation of law.
- Religious Entanglement - Under Oregon law, a public school may not financially support or be actively involved with religious activity.
and you feel the matter has not been addressed or resolved, you can file a complaint via a quick electronic form with ODE.
If you submitted a complaint informally, either verbally (spoke to school official, etc) or in writing (letter, email, etc), NOT following your district’s formal complaint process, then the district:
- Must let you know about how to formally file your complaint. You must then file a formal complaint following this information being shared with you by the district.
- If, upon sharing your complaint informally, either verbally or in writing, and the district did not tell you about their formal complaint process AND has not acted on your complaint, you may file a complaint with ODE and they will determine next steps with you.
Here is the link to the ODE Complaint form - https://www.oregon.gov/ode/about-us/Pages/Complaints.aspx
Native American Artists have a new home to live in and make art in Northeast Portland. In May of 2022, the Cully neighborhood leaders cut the ribbon on a $20 million affordable housing project built to serve the surrounding Native American Community. Inside this building you will find a variety of different work created by a spectrum of Native American Artist from Murals to sculptures. To learn more on this story please visit: Native American Artist Housing Project
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Clothing and Fashion
B. YELLOWTAIL
Makwa Studio
Urban Native Era
Food & Goodies
Native American Tea Company
Spirit Mountain Roasting Co.
Red Lake Nation Foods
Health and Beauty
Cheekbone Beauty
Indigenous Cosmetics
Skwalwen Botanicals
Jewelry and Art
Copper Canoe Woman
Victor P Beck
Shegood Native Goods
The Coquille Indian Tribe partners with the U.S. Department of Agriculture to Provide Tasty nourishing meals to all kids 18 years and under. This will be held at the Tribes Learning Center which operates Monday through Friday except holidays, throughout the Coos Bay School District.
- Breakfast Hours: 8:30 - 9:30a.m.
- Lunch Hours 11:30 -12:30 p.m.
For more information please visit Filling Summer Tummies or contact Becky Cantrell at beckycantell@coquilletribe.org
Looking for a site near you?
Each summer, Oregon Hosts summer meal sites for kids ages 4-18 all over the state. Summer meal programs may serve a combination of breakfast, lunch, snack, or supper. Some programs also offer learning activities for kids before and after meals. There are several ways to find meal sites in your area.
- Call 2-1-1 and an operator can help you find a site in your area and provide you information.
- Text "Food" or "Comida" to 304-304; you will be prompted to enter an address and will be texted back a list of sites near you.
- Use the USDA Meals for Kids Map following the instructions below to search for information about sites within you selected area.
Nations Scholars Program is a one-year support and mentor program for first-generation, low-income, first-time students who will be starting at PSU in the fall. The program focuses on the Native American/Alaskan Native student experience and culture. The program design is to assist new students in their transition to PSU through academic support and community-building activities.
Eligibility Requirements:
- High school seniors beginning their first term at PSU Fall 2022 or Incoming transfer students from a Community College or 4 year institution
- First-generation (neither parent graduated from a 4 year university)
- Admitted to Portland State University or currently in the process of admission
- Must be a full-time student with a minimum of 12 credit hours each term
- Must not be involved with any Portland State University Athletics (GANAS and EMPOWER Program Only)
For More information on eligibility requirements and details to the program please visit: PSU Nations Scholar Program
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Tribal History/Shared History
Exciting new things are happening at ODE, including the addition of Tribal Specific Curriculum. As of July, 2022 we have our first Tribal Curriculum from the Klamath Tribe covering grades 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 6th, and 11th grade. In this Curriculum there are lesson plans, presentations, historic primary sources and activity materials. Below we have a lesson plan and PowerPoint from the Second grade Klamath Curriculum.
- Second Grade Lesson on the habitat changes that le to the endangered species status of the C'Waan and Koptu fish of the Klamath Basin and why it matters.
Want more Activities?
Check out our Tribal History / Shared history Webpage to visit a variety of lesson plans for all ages, along with presentations, activities, and professional development trainings.
Questions about Tribal History/Shared History can be directed to Brent Spencer at Brent.Spencer@ode.oregon.gov.
NAYA Job Openings
Youth Parent Support Specialist
Communications Coordinator
Foster Care Support Specialist
Accountant
Kitchen Manager
Resident Services Coordinator
Payroll & Accounting Specialist
Early Head Start Education Site Coordinator
**Please follow this link to see more positions available at NAYA.
Oregon Department of Education Job Openings
If you're looking for a rewarding career that positively affects the lives of children, you're in the right place! The Oregon Department of Education is the primary agency charged with overseeing K-12 public education in the state of Oregon.
Employment with Oregon state government represents more than just a job. A career in public service is an opportunity to serve fellow citizens across our beautiful state. Professions in state government help to support strong communities, healthy kids, education, economic vitality and a sustainable future.
Governmental Auditor 2, Grant Management
Director of Resource Management and Operations
Education Program Specialist 2
Budget Analyst
Equity & Civil Rights Specialist
For More Information about these listings and further Job Openings, Please visit our Career Opportunities webpage.
- Visit the Native American Connections website to stay updated with the North Bend Community resources, available scholarships, community craft culture activities, TAPP, Tribal history/ Shared history and a variety of local services.
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Native American Culture: Celebrate Indigenous Oregon by visiting their website that was created to explore Native American culture around the state of Oregon. This site has trip ideas, historical content for all nine federally recognized Oregon Tribes, cultural activities, and updated Oregon Tribal news. To check out more about this site please visit, Travel Oregon Native American Culture.
Burns Paiute Tribe
Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians
Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians
Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians
Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde
Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation
Coquille Indian Tribe
Klamath Tribes
Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs
Please feel free to e-mail our staff members with any questions or comments you may have
April Campbell, Director
April.Campbell@ode.oregon.gov
Renee Roman Nose, Native American Student Success Coordinator: Renee.RomanNose@ode.oregon.gov
Brent Spencer, Indian Education Coordinator
Brent.Spencer@ode.oregon.gov
Brandon Culbertson, Indian Education Engagement Coordinator: Brandon.Culbertson@ode.oregon.gov
Stacy Parrish, Indian Education Specialist
Stacy.Parrish@ode.oregon.gov
Natalie Altermatt, Executive Support Specialist
Natalie.A.Altermatt@ode.oregon.gov
Raina Reece, Executive Support Specialist
Raina.Reece@ode.oregon.gov
Jennifer Belle, Office Specialist
Jennifer.Belle@ode.oregon.gov
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